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GC16 SWX

2016 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,445 mi
Last recorded83,445 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 SWX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 83,445 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 72,664 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 61,529 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 52,161 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 49,557 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jul 2022 49,556 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 45,408 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 45,408 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 42,388 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 42,383 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 39,063 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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GC16 SWX is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 63,647 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GC16 SWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 10 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GC16 SWX?

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What year was GC16 SWX registered?

GC16 SWX is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is GC16 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC16 SWX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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